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IFSW Europe has issued its third news briefing of 2025, focusing on preparations for the upcoming Delegates’ Meeting scheduled to take place in Oslo, Norway from 3 to 5 October. […]
The Austrian Professional Association of Social Work (obds), in collaboration with a broad alliance of professional bodies, academic institutions, and community networks, has officially launched the Qualification Framework for Social […]
IFSW Europe Regional Commissioner to the United Nations The IFSW Global Commission to the UN and IFSW Europe are reopening the call for the main Regional Commissioner to the UN […]
IFSW has two exciting Regional Commissioner vacancies for Europe: United Nations Regional Commissioner Education Regional Commissioner We are also welcoming applications for : Support Team of five linked to […]
IFSW Europe is calling for expressions of interest from IFSW E member organisations wishing to host the 2027 IFSW European Conference. The aim of the Conference is to bring together […]
Early Bird Deadline Extended – Register by 1 June! We are pleased to announce that the early bird deadline for the Regional European Social Work Conference 2025 has been extended to 1 June. Don’t miss […]
Greetings to all our members and wishing you all a wonderful World Social Work Day. This is the first of regular Briefings for IFSW Europe members. If you have anything […]
As we approach World Social Work Day (WSWD) on the 18th of March, we extend warm wishes and solidarity with our members across Europe and all social workers across the […]
The 24th of February is the third anniversary of the invasion of Ukraine by Russia and the consequent the displacement of millions of people, destruction, injuries and loss of life. IFSW […]
18th March 2025 17.30-19.00 CET (UK time 16.30-18.00) Exploring Intergenerational Solidarity: Social work in Europe across the generations This is a free event. To register in advance click here or […]
The COSW Policy Forum, invites all social workers to the annual policy forum to be held on Saturday. Day: 9th November 2024. Venue: Online Time: 16Hoo to 17H30 GMT Registration: […]
The IFSW European Regional Conference 2025 Date: 6th-8th October 2025. Venue: Oslo, Norway, at Oslo Congress Centre. Call for abstracts: submissions and registration is now open Conference title: Bridging Communities: Building […]
Kicking off on 1 October with the United Nation’s International Day of Older Persons (UNIDOP2023) and concluding on 10 October in conjunction with the World Health Organization’s World Mental Health Day, this 3rd […]
A new Social Service Workforce Census, the first of its kind in Romania, reveals significant challenges in the country’s social services sector. Conducted by the National College of Social Workers […]
1 October is the UN International Day of Older Persons. Every day social workers change the lives of people of all ages. However, social work with older people is often […]
We, the Nordic Associations of Social Workers, urge our governments to demand that international humanitarian law is upheld in Gaza. The killing and maiming of civilians, including social workers, must […]
The IFSW Europe is glad to share the Successful seminar on eco-social work held in Rotterdam, Netherlands June 13 & 14 2024. In June, a very vibrant seminar on eco-social […]
The Maltese Association of Social Workers is celebrating a major milestone next month as it marks its 30th anniversary. This is a significant achievement for the organisation, which has been […]
IFSW Europe is delighted to announce the election of Dr Ruth Allen as the new regional president. Ruth Allen succeeds outgoing president Ana Radulescu. With a wealth of experience and […]
In its commitment to promoting eco-wisdom and bolstering sustainability and community engagement, IFSW Europe has introduced a initiative within social centers across Ukraine: small-scale farming. Acknowledging the significance of offering […]